Overview

• Stellantis has temporarily paused retooling at its Brampton, Ontario plant, which was set to produce new Jeep Compass models with electric and hybrid powertrain options.
• Production at the facility, originally planned to resume in late 2025, is now delayed until the first quarter of 2026 as the company reevaluates its North American product strategy.
• Unifor, Canada’s largest private sector union representing Stellantis workers, has expressed grave concern about the delay, citing risks to jobs and economic stability in the region.
• The decision comes during industry uncertainty, fueled by potential U.S. tariffs on Canadian auto imports and the rollback of electric vehicle policies under the Trump administration.
• Stellantis’ leadership changes and shifting priorities, including advancing hybrid Ram truck production, reflect broader strategic adjustments following a challenging 2024.